23 Joy Rd (northeast Harbor), Mount Desert, ME 04662
About this home
Joyride is a charming, year-round bungalow, providing single-level living, with polished finishes, amenities, and a thoughtful floor plan. Fully renovated in 2005. The bright living room has French door access to the deck and back yard for quiet mornings and al fresco gatherings, while the large kitchen and open concept dining area encourage time spent discovering your inner chef. The primary bedroom with en-suite full bath is serene and private. The second bedroom down the hall has access to a nearby full bath, with convenient first floor laundry. Heat pumps throughout the home cool during warmer months and provide heating in the winter for year round living. The spacious one-room, seasonal cottage located behind the main house welcomes guests to enjoy a classic ''rusticator'' visit, with ample space for king size bed, tidy sitting area, and kitchenette. The cottage has a full bath as well. With a lovely level lot and just enough landscaping to enhance, not burden, this turn-key property is ready for it's next steward. This quarter acre (+/-) property is located near the town village, with restaurants, shopping, library, and public marina. Private clubs for swimming, tennis, sailing, and golf also located nearby.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$826Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Maria Spallino• The Knowles Company
Listed by Marian {Mia} Thompson• The Knowles Company
Contact: 207 276-3322
Bought with Elizabeth {Beth} Ingebritson• The Knowles Company
Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors, Other Accessibilities
Flooring: Wood, Laminate
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, DSL, Cable
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block, Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,144
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1970
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,144
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater, Thermostat, Dehumidifier
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $10,890
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: VR-1
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,496
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas, Oil, Tankless
Location
School Information
High School District: Mount Desert Public Schools
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 23 Joy Rd (Northeast Harbor), Mount Desert, ME 04662
Directions: From Main Street in Northeast Harbor follow Summit Road, then take a left onto Joy Road. Follow past Northeast Harbor Library and Mount Desert Elementary School. 23 Joy Rd is on the right, two houses past the side road, Look Out Way.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: —
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 30, 2025
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Mt Desert Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 85° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
79% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$899,000 – $1.09M
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